Qualification Outline
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Diploma of Landscape Design
Diploma of Landscape Design
AHC50621
BHN1
Current
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 24/01/2023 | Current | Approved |
| 1.00 | 15/02/2022 | Replaced | Approved |
Description
This qualification describes the skills and knowledge for landscape designer job roles in the landscape industry.
Individuals with this qualification will take personal responsibility and exercise autonomy in undertaking complex work. They analyse information and exercise judgement to complete a range of advanced skilled activities.
Work must comply with work health and safety and environmental regulations and legislation that apply to the workplace.
State/territory licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply in some jurisdiction. Users are advised to check with the relevant regulatory authority.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
To achieve this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in:Twelve (12) units of competency:
- six (6) core units plus
- six (6) elective units.
Elective units must ensure the integrity of the qualification’s Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) alignment and contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome. The electives are to be chosen as follows:
- three (3) must be from the electives listed below
- three (3) from the remaining electives listed below or any currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course.
1. Core Units
All six (6) core units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ODU75 | AHCDES509 | Assess landscape sites | 100 | Unit of competency |
| ODU18 | AHCDES506 | Design for construction of landscape features | 90 | Unit of competency |
| ODU28 | AHCDES508 | Design sustainable landscapes | 80 | Unit of competency |
| ODU94 | AHCDES505 | Prepare a landscape design | 215 | Unit of competency |
| ODV21 | AHCDES507 | Produce drawings for landscape design projects using CAD software | 55 | Unit of competency |
| OCT57 | AHCPCM511 | Specify plants for landscapes | 100 | Unit of competency |
2. Elective Units
At least three (3) units must be chosen from the elective units listed. Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BDB0 | AHC50616 | Diploma of Landscape Design | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
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